Cruachan Farm Caravan & Camping Park: What to expect

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The Cruachan Farm Caravan & Camping Park is a holiday park from Largo Leisure Holidays located on the banks of Loch Tay. It is next door to its sister site, Loch Tay Highland Lodges, at the foot of highland Perthshire. It is a lovely location for a peaceful Scottish retreat and the ideal base for anyone exploring the beautiful highlands. 

Largo Leisure Holidays took control of the site in early 2023 and has been working hard to improve it. Many improvements are immediately visible from park signage, gravel driveways and on-site facilities such as the shower blocks and Cruachan cafe. They are not sitting back and letting the site run itself; they are continuously looking at ways to improve the site for guests and provide additional amenities.

Cruachan Farm Caravan & Camping Park

Cruachan Farm Caravan & Camping Park in Perthshire is situated amongst Scotland’s finest scenery. Surrounded by mountains, lochs and rivers, Cruachan Camping Farm is within easy driving distance of the historic city of Stirling, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life; it’s time to step inside this rural setting for a peaceful getaway and precious family leisure time.

Location

The tranquil park and friendly atmosphere gives you a real sense of freedom and peace with caravans, camping and touring pitches. Thoughtfully positioned around the elevated area of the park to make the most of the breathtaking views.

Accommodation Options

When it comes to booking a holiday, we all have different opinions on what makes the best type of accommodation. Cruachan Farm offers a fabulous range of accommodations, from idyllic glamping pods to comfortable self-catering caravans, a spacious camping area and touring pitches for small campervans. A pet-friendly site, guests can bring their four-legged friends with them to the caravan site.

• Camping—Set within a shady woodland, the open grassy areas and gravel spots are the ideal camping locations within a spacious and well-maintained park.
• Glamping—The glamping pods are insulated and secure. They enable guests to enjoy the great outdoors, whatever the weather. Including basic cooking facilities, guests can also access the barbeque areas and picnic benches on the site.
• Caravans—Static caravans sleep up to 6 people. They have two bedrooms (one double and one twin, plus a pull-out sofa bed), a bathroom, shower, fully equipped kitchenette, spacious living area and flat-screen TV. They include a caravan and driveway with mains electricity and calor gas connections.
• Touring—The unserviced touring area offers a wide variety of spacious, beautiful pitches, all well-maintained and with plenty of room for caravans and awnings. Electric hook-ups are also available.

Take a look at what we thought of staying at the Cruachan caravan park in a Cruachan Original Caravan HERE.

On-site Facilities

Cruachan Farm Restaurant has recently reopened as the Cruachan Cafe, serving a selection of hot drinks, cold-filled rolls, hot-filled rolls and toasties. Perfect if you are looking to grab a small bite or a 

• Thursday to Monday- 8 am till 12 noon
• Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Loch Tay Highland Lodges Guest Services provides check-in details and a base for guests to ask questions from their helpful staff members, raise queries, and request local recommendations. It also houses a small shop for essential groceries.

The Boathouse Kitchen & Bar is located in the second park at Loch Tay Highland Lodges, right on the water’s edge. It provides incredible views as you enjoy a fantastic meal with your family and friends. The menu is extensive and truly delicious, you cannot visit without enjoying one of their desserts! Plus, they have a doggie menu available for your four-legged friends – too cute!

If you don’t feel like eating in the restaurant, The Boathouse offer a take-away menu; all you have to do is pop down to collect it.

• Thursday to Monday- 12 noon till 11 pm
• Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Activities

Just 5 minutes from Cruachan Farm, In Your Element has a base down at the shore of Loch Tay. Throughout the year, they provide various water and land-based activities for all ages and abilities, from axe throwing and archery to paddle boarding, river tubing, gorge walking and guided canoe trips.

Outdoor Activities

• Archery – Why not try the ancient and noble pastime of target archery in this spectacular setting at Loch Tay Highland Lodges on the banks of Loch Tay?
• Axe Throwing – Lose yourself in wilderness spirit with the heart-pounding thrill of axe throwing on the shores of Loch Tay.  Channel your inner warrior with family or friends!
• Guided Walks – Guided walks exploring Scotland’s wonderfully wild forests, hills, lochs and rivers, tailored to your group.
• Highland Games – A fun-filled, laid-back outdoor event with a Scottish twist – Highland Games events are always fun.

Water Activities

• Boat Hire (up to 6-person) – Loch Cruisers have 10hp engines, a maximum capacity of 6 people, & a steering console at the cabin, so nice and intuitive for folks with no experience in driving.
• Gorge Walk – Enjoy scrambling rocks, plunging into beautiful clear highland pools, and sitting under fresh waterfalls. What’s not to like about that?
• Katakanu Hire – 4-6 seater katakanu hire, explore Loch Tay independently. Pack some drinks and lunch and rest your paddles on one of the lovely loch shore beaches.
• Paddleboarding – Experience the UK’s fastest-growing watersport in one of the most scenic Scottish venues. Whether you’re experienced or a beginner, this session has something for you! 

Where to visit in the local area

A stay at Cruachan Farm Caravan & Camping Park provides the ideal base for exploring the picturesque fishing villages, activities and attractions located within easy access to the main site. Take a look at some of the region’s highlights.

Destinations

• Killin – Killin is a small village at the Falls of Dochart, a spectacular series of rapids at the western end of Loch Tay, where the Rivers Lochay and Dochart join. It is situated within the spectacular Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. A short drive from the caravan parks and has a Co-op to purchase essential groceries, drinks and snacks.
• Kenmore – Kenmore is a small village in Perthshire at the northern end of Loch Tay. Offering great amenities, it is a popular centre for activities whether you want to complete some salmon fishing, visit Taymouth Castle or sit on the shoreline in total tranquillity.
• Kimahog – Kilmahog is a hamlet half a mile west of Callander, Scotland. It is the perfect location to see Heilan Coos (Highland Cows) up close and pick up some fantastic souvenirs from the Trossachs Woollen Mill.

Activities and Attractions

Scottish Crannog Centre—Explore a local museum that holds ancient artefacts and our Iron Age village, crafted with locally sourced materials. The village showcases traditional craftsmanship with hands-on activities. Join expert-led tours, and soon, you will be able to witness the first of THREE crannogs being constructed over the water!

Aberfeldy Golf Course—Founded in 1895 in Perthshire, Aberfeldy Golf Club is a scenic, welcoming, flat parkland course suitable for all ages. Only a short drive from Scotland’s central belt, it is a beautiful parkland 9-hole course in the heart of Highland Perthshire.

Castle Menzies—Located a little to the west of the small village of Weem, near Aberfeldy in the Highlands of Perthshire, it is close to the former site of Weem Castle, which was destroyed c. 1502.

Local Munros—Fancy testing your walking skills on a hike up one of Scotland’s towering Munros? At 3,000 ft/914 m or above in height, Meall nan Tarmachan, Loch Tay, is a great hike with immense views.

Other Largo Leisure Holiday Parks 

The Largo Leisure Holiday company operates several holiday parks across Scotland. Check out the other locations to see which one you’d like to visit next.

• Letham Feus – Located near the village of Lundin Links, home to two world-class golf courses, there is plenty to see and do, from sandy beaches lined with craggy coastline walks to historic towns and tourist attractions.
• Braidhaugh – Nestled along the banks of the River Earn, Braidhaugh invites you to unwind in the embrace of Scotland’s natural beauty.
• Sauchope Links – Lying in the East Neuk of Fife, Sauchope Links is a beachside holiday park providing access to some of the most scenic Scottish coastline. 
• Campsie Glen – Blessed with an idyllic location between the Campsie Fells and the Fintry Hills, this peaceful park is perfect for relaxing escapes. 
• Loch Tay Highland Lodge Holiday Park – Tucked away on the edge of a magnificent loch, Loch Tay Highland Lodges is a place of unrivalled beauty and untamed adventure, capturing the true spirit of Scotland.

Take a look at what we thought of our stay at the Waterfall Lodge on the Loch Tay Highland Lodges site HERE.